Licensed Mental Health Professional (Master’s Required) - $2.5k Bonus

Wellpath•Brickeys, AR

About The Position

The Licensed Mental Health Professional (Master’s) provides mental health services to patients at the Arkansas Department of Corrections using evidence-based practices. Services include screening, diagnostic evaluations, and therapeutic interventions such as brief therapy and crisis intervention. The role follows applicable licensure standards and state and federal rules and regulations, and works under the direction of the Program Manager and Clinical Supervisor. The position is available only to people who reside in the United States. An incentive bonus of up to $2,500 is available.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or a related field.
One or more years of experience in a mental health treatment program.
Licensed or license eligible as a Master’s Social Worker or Counselor.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a correctional or hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct intake evaluations, assessments, and triage for patients referred by Security, healthcare staff, and community sources, and recommend an appropriate level of care to the healthcare unit and security staff.
Provide treatment services, including psychoeducational groups, substance abuse counseling, and transitional groups; develop treatment plans; conduct suicide risk assessments; and provide crisis intervention and management for high-risk patients.
Oversee clinical needs of patients on the caseload and consult with healthcare and security staff about patient behaviors and safety concerns.
Provide linkage and discharge planning services when necessary.
Work effectively with all staff and provide training on relevant mental health topics.
Document all findings in patient health records and provide services in compliance with facility and company safety and mental health policies and procedures.
Participate in peer review activities and staff training, and assist with job-shadowing during interviews of potential staff.
Be responsible for the successful training and performance evaluations of direct reports.